showrunner

noun

show·run·ner ˈshō-ˌrə-nər

variants or less commonly show-runner or show runner

plural showrunners also show-runners or show runners

: a person who oversees the writing and production of each episode of a television series and has ultimate managerial and creative control over the series

A showrunner is more than just a producer. He or she is the creator or co-creator of a show and is a writer as well. These people are the guiding lights for a production. They are making decisions about casting, story arcs, as well as the day-to-day issues of getting a show done and ready for air.—

G. Michael Dobbs

Examples of showrunner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Chalk up another strong series debut for Taylor Sheridan: The showrunner’s drama Landman brought in a sizable audience for its Nov. 17 premiere. —

Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Nov. 2024 The showrunners discussed the show's conclusion with Gabaldon beforehand. —

Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024 Per the initial report, Around the Horn showrunner Erik Rydholm and ESPN will soon discuss potential replacements for the series. —

Rebecca Iannucci, TVLine, 21 Nov. 2024 Multi-Emmy Award-winning producing duo Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner of White Cherry Entertainment will return as executive producing showrunners for the 82nd Golden Globes. —

Paul Grein, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for showrunner